A framework for managing controversial practices

Citation
Jf. Duchan et al., A framework for managing controversial practices, LANG SP H S, 32(3), 2001, pp. 133-141
Citations number
33
Categorie Soggetti
Rehabilitation
Journal title
LANGUAGE SPEECH AND HEARING SERVICES IN SCHOOLS
ISSN journal
01611461 → ACNP
Volume
32
Issue
3
Year of publication
2001
Pages
133 - 141
Database
ISI
SICI code
0161-1461(200107)32:3<133:AFFMCP>2.0.ZU;2-A
Abstract
Every day, speech-language pathologists working in schools make difficult, life-impacting decisions regarding which assessment and intervention approa ches to use with their clients. These decisions can become even more diffic ult when the approaches being considered for use are controversial. The ris ks involved in making choices about controversial practices are likely to h ave increased significance simply because the approach being considered is not widely accepted. The increased professional risk may cause decisions to be made based on risk avoidance rather than on a careful consideration of the pros and cons of the approach itself. This article offers a clinical pr actice framework for gathering information about controversial approaches a nd for implementing and monitoring their use. The frame-work will be illust rated using facilitated communication as an example of a controversial prac tice.